Turkey's defense budget surges to $45 billion for 2027, weapons procurement up 229%

Turkey's defense budget for 2027 has reached approximately $45 billion, up from $19 billion in 2023, with an additional $26 billion allocated for internal security. The weapons procurement share within the defense budget has increased by 229%, according to Turkish media. The procurement includes 5th generation fighter jets, UAVs, multi-layered air defense systems, naval vessels, and armored vehicles.